Site Assistant

Quarry Bank Primary School is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic Site Assistant who takes pride in their working environment. This is a part-time, 39 week term time, permanent position. The School Site Assistant is responsible, through the Headteacher and Governing Body, for a wide range of duties and responsibilities connected with the fabric and grounds of the school. The Site Assistant responsibilities will include: Carry out end-of-day security procedures, ensuring all buildings, classrooms, offices, gates, doors, and windows are securely locked. · Conduct routine inspections of the school site to identify and report any security, health and safety, or maintenance concerns. · Respond appropriately to security issues, alarms, or emergencies in accordance with school procedures. · Undertake general cleaning duties within school buildings, including communal areas, classrooms, offices, and welfare facilities as required. · Carry out external cleaning and housekeeping tasks, including litter picking, sweeping pathways, and maintaining the cleanliness of outdoor areas. · Assist in maintaining the overall appearance, cleanliness, and safety of the school premises. · Report defects, damage, vandalism, or maintenance issues promptly to the appropriate person. · Support the site management team with general site duties and minor maintenance tasks where appropriate. · Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures and contribute to a safe environment for pupils, staff, and visitors. · Assist with the movement, setting up, and storage of equipment, furniture, and supplies as required

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK. Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview., Top tip when applying - As we've got a new recruitment system the application process has changed a little and we hope you'll like it! You'll first need to register and create a profile the first time you apply. Creating your profile will enable you do things such as track your application progress, view emails you've received from us and manage communication preferences, manage your interview bookings and offer information if successful. About Dudley Council It's an incredibly exciting time to work in Dudley Council as we embark on numerous multi-million pound regeneration schemes which will be real game-changers for the borough. In addition to the exciting schemes such as the Midland Metro we also have the ongoing and very serious challenges of ensuring vulnerable people across the borough receive the services they deserve. At Dudley Council we have a 'one council' ethos that builds an effective and dynamic organisation which grows the economy and creates jobs, creating a cleaner and greener place and supports stronger and safer communities. We are rightly proud to be the historic capital of the Black Country and, working with our partners, Dudley Council is also committed to looking forward and helping to deliver our borough vision of 'Forge a Future for all' www.dudleyboroughvision2030.org.uk We ensure communities influence council decisions and are committed to delivering services in partnership with communities. We provide flexible and responsive service in partnership and help communities help themselves. In joining a local authority that serves 320,000 residents you will become an integral part of a council that:

• is ready to embrace change, providing an environment in which you will be encouraged to make your mark
• is aware of its key challenges and the need for a new energy to innovate the council, in order to find cost effective ways of delivering services
• has aligned its political and managerial leadership structures and is committed to protecting, securing and transforming the lives of children, families, the vulnerable and older people
• wants borough residents to have their say through our community forums
• dedicates time to meaningful consultation and listen to the views of our residents
• is working with the community to encourage active involvement of our residents
  
  £5,875.74 - £6,103.59 per annum. Term time only, 39 weeks (no. of working weeks). First year salary will reflect number of working days remaining in holiday year.